Bid Manager

Hays Accountancy and Finance; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the environmental sector is seeking a Bid Manager to lead the development of high-quality bids. This pivotal role requires a strategic thinker with a strong track record in bid management and excellent communication skills. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary, a discretionary bonus, and a range of benefits, including generous annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Company car or car allowance

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Employee recognition schemes

Flexible benefits platform

Qualifications

• Proven track record in bid management and successful tenders.
• Knowledge of procurement legislation and market routes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end bid process, from evaluation to submission.
• Coordinate teams to craft compelling proposals.
• Manage budgets and identify cost optimization opportunities.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Financial Literacy

Strategic Thinking

Job description

Your new company
Our client is a well-established organisation operating across the UK, delivering essential services that support environmental sustainability and community wellbeing. With a strong focus on innovation and operational excellence, they are committed to making a positive impact through responsible resource management and service delivery. Their team is driven by a shared purpose to create cleaner, greener communities for the future.

Your new role
As a Bid Manager, you will play a pivotal role in securing new business by leading the development of competitive, high-quality bids across a range of environmental service contracts. You'll be the driving force behind each submission, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and client expectations. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing the end-to-end bid process, from opportunity evaluation to final submission
• Coordinating multidisciplinary teams to craft compelling, compliant proposals
• Designing innovative service solutions and producing persuasive tender documentation
• Collaborating closely with internal departments to ensure technical, legal, and financial accuracy
• Gathering market intelligence and analysing competitors to inform bid strategies
• Managing bid budgets effectively and identifying opportunities for cost optimisation
• Embedding best practices and continuous improvement into bid processes
• Preparing and delivering presentations to internal stakeholders and decision-makers
• Supporting contract negotiations to ensure commercially sound outcomes
• Cultivating strong relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders

What you'll need to succeed

We are looking for a strategic thinker with a proven track record in bid management, ideally within waste management or environmental services. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of commercial acumen, project management expertise, and excellent communication skills. Essential qualifications and experience include:

• Demonstrable experience managing end-to-end bid processes and delivering successful tenders
• Strong knowledge of procurement legislation and market routes
• Commercial awareness and financial literacy
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects under pressure and meet tight deadlines

What you'll get in return
The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary, a discretionary bonus, and the option of a company car or car allowance. The benefits package includes 25 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays, a pension scheme, life insurance, and access to professional development opportunities. Additional perks include employee recognition schemes, a refer-a-friend incentive, and a flexible benefits platform offering retail discounts, wellbeing support, and lifestyle options such as Cycle to Work and GymFlex. Due to the collaborative nature of the position, the role will be full-time and site-based and there is no option to work remotely.

What you need to do now
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